STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"Manhunt"
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Written by
Tracy Torme
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Rob Bowman
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2ND REVISED FINAL DRAFT
MARCH 29, 1989
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - CAST
STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"Manhunt"
CAST
PICARD ANTEDIAN DIGNITARY
RIKER MRS. TROI
DATA MR. HOMN
PULASKI TRANSPORT PILOT
TROI SECRETARY
GEORDI SLADE BENDER
WORF TOUGHGUY
WESLEY REX
O'BRIEN
Non-speaking Non-Speaking
SECURITY GUARD ANTEDIAN DIGNITARY
BAR CROWD
Voice-over SAILOR
COMPUTER VOICE BLEACHED BLOND
HARD DRINKERS
CHINESE-AMERICAN
MISC. PATRONS
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - SETS
STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"Manhunt"
SETS
INTERIORS EXTERIORS
USS ENTERPRISE USS ENTERPRISE
MAIN BRIDGE
TRANSPORTER ROOM ANTEDE THREE
CORRIDORS
CAPTAIN'S READY ROOM PACIFICA
TURBOLIFT
MRS. TROI'S QUARTERS
HOLODECK THREE
SICKBAY
CHANDLERLAND (HOLODECK)
HALLWAY
DIXON HILL'S OFFICE
OFFICE RECEPTION
REX'S BAR
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - PRONUNCIATION GUIDE
STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"Manhunt"
PRONUCIATION GUIDE
ANTEDE THREE an-TEE-DEE
ANTEDIANS an-TEE-DEE-ans
TONY PALERMO pah-LAIR-mo
HOMN hom
STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION
"Manhunt"
TEASER
FADE IN:
1 EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL)
in orbit around a planet.
PICARD (V.O.)
Captain's log, Stardate 42881.5.
We are in orbit around Antede
Three, awaiting the arrival of
two dignitaries from this world.
2 INT. CORRIDOR - ON PICARD
walking toward us, wearing a full-dress uniform.
PICARD (V.O.)
(continuing)
Our mission is to carry them to
a conference on planet Pacifica...
3 TRANSPORTER ROOM - PICARD (OPTICAL)
as he the Transporter Room with DOCTOR PULASKI, WESLEY
and WORF, all of whom wear work uniforms.
PICARD (V.O.)
(continuing)
... where their race will be given
the opportunity to join the
Federation.
PICARD
I thought you might find this
interesting, Mister Crusher. Few
humans have ever seen an Antedian
in the flesh.
Picard nods at TRANSPORTER CHIEF O'BRIEN who begins
the energizing process. The two delegates begin to
MATERIZLIZE on the platform...
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - TEASER 2.
4 REVERSE ANGLE ON ANTEDIANS
as seen from behind. They are dressed in flowing, red
robe-like garments with an attached hood which keeps
us from seeing their heads from here.
PICARD
Welcome. I'm Jean-Luc Picard,
captain of the Enterprise.
WESLEY
(hesitates, then)
Are they alright, Captain?
Doctor Pulaski moves toward them with a medical instrument
in hand. She grimaces as she gets near their faces.
PICARD
No, this is their preferred way
of space travel.
5 ANGLE TO INCLUDE THE ANTEDIANS
seen from the front for the first time. It is not a
pretty sight. Each mottled face resembles an oversized
catfish: huge gaping mouth, spindly whiskers, big fish
eyes, and a skeletal structure that gives them a
grotesque, unhealthy appearance. Their hooded, crimson
robes only emphasize their eerie, menacing appearance.
But what is really bizarre is that they're completely
motionless -- catatonic. A medium-sized container
arrives with them.
Pulaski methodically runs her medical instruments along
the Antedian's necks.
PULASKI
Their physical condition appears
good enough, considering the
circumstances.
PICARD
(to Welsey)
It is a self-induced catatonic
state. Their way of dealing with
the trauma of spaceflight.
WESLEY
Will we try to revive them?
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - TEASER 3.
5 CONTINUED:
PICARD
Not until we reach the Pacifica
conference. It's three days away.
(to Pulaski)
You've prepared Sickbay facilities
for holding them, Doctor?
PULASKI
As soon as we make some
adjustments. Their physiology
is unusual.
(to O'Brien)
Can you store them for a few
hours?
O'BRIEN
Aye. I'll have them kept out of
the way here.
WESLEY
What's in this container?
PULASKI
Their food. When they come out
of stasis, they will be very
hungry.
5A ANOTHER ANGLE
Wesley steps over to the container and lifts the cover.
It's filled with a writhing, squirming mass of
worm-like creatures.
WESLEY
This is what they eat?
PULASKI
In great quantities.
5B SCENE
PICARD
(to Worf)
Provide security.
WORF
Understood, sir.
Worf steps forward and looks at the Antedians
admiringly.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - TEASER 3A.
5B CONTINUED:
WORF
(continuing)
What a handsome race.
The others look at Worf, wondering if he could possibly
be serious. And of course, he is.
5C EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL)
as she leaves orbit.
6 INT. BRIDGE
The normal bridge crew are in their positions. Troi
is also there.
RIKER
What did you think of the
Antedians, Wesley?
WESLEY
Well, they are rather
strange-looking, Commander.
Picard ENTERS and walks to his position.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - TEASER 4.
6 CONTINUED:
DATA
Judging a being by its physical
appearance is the last great human
prejudice, Wesley.
PICARD
A point well taken. I'm sure
that to the Antedians, we're
equally unattractive.
RIKER
It is interesting to consider just
how subjective "beauty" truly
is...
WORF
Captain... we're being hailed by
a small transport vessel just
coming into range.
7 ANGLE EMPHASIZING TROI
As she suddenly stiffens.
TROI
Oh, my God!
PICARD
What is the problem?
TROI
What can she be doing here?
WESLEY
On the screen, Captain.
8 ANGLE INCLUDING MAIN VIEWER (OPTICAL)
where the pilot of the shuttle is seen. He appears
to be a bit weary and nervous.
TRANSPORT PILOT
Starship Enterprise, come in!
RIKER
We have you on our viewer, Pilot.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - TEASER 5.
8 CONTINUED:
TRANSPORT PILOT
Enterprise... I have a passenger
-- a V.I.P. passenger -- who I'm
ordered to --
MRS. TROI (V.O.)
Let me talk to them, Pilot. I'm
much more articulate.
The transport pilot seems relieved to step aside and
let the woman speak for herself.
9 MOVE IN ON THE VIEWSCREEN (OPTICAL)
as MRS. TROI slides into the picture.
TROI
Mother!
DATA
Captain, we are now receiving
Starfleet orders granting a
Lwaxana....
MRS. TROI
(overlapping)
Lwaxana Troi, daughter of the
Fifth House, Holder of the Sacred
Chalice of Riix, heir to the Holy
Rings of Betazed.
DATA
... full ambassadorial status,
sir.
RIKER
I'm afraid it's back into your
formal uniform, Captain.
DATA
And yours too, Commander. She
is listed as representing the
Betazed government at the
conference.
TROI
Mother, please don't do this to
me.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - TEASER 6.
9 CONTINUED:
MRS. TROI
Do what to you, Little One?
(to Picard)
Oh, what naughty thoughts,
Jean-Luc. How wonderful you still
think of me in that way.
10 ANGLE EMPHASIZING PICARD AND RIKER
looking at one another resignedly, preparing for the
worst.
FADE OUT.
END OF TEASER
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT ONE 7.
ACT ONE
FADE IN:
11 INT. TRANSPORTER ROOM - PICARD, RIKER AND TROI
as they ENTER, Picard and Riker now in formal full
dress. The Antedians, still catatonic, have been moved
to the side where a SECURITY GUARD stands with them.
TROI
It's so like my mother to do the
unexpected. She's famous for it.
PICARD
It will be nice to have her as
a guest of the Enterprise again.
Riker exchanges a look with Picard signifying some
reservations. Picard turns to Transporter Chief
O'Brien.
PICARD
Energize.
12 ANGLE ON THE TRANSPORTER PLATFORM (OPTICAL)
as Mrs. Troi beams in. She is apparently kneeling on
the platform, hunched over and facing backwards...
13 CLOSE ON MRS. TROI
MRS. TROI
(opening her eyes)
Aaagh! Where are my legs?!
TROI
Where they belong, Mother, Right
under you.
Mrs. Troi begins standing up.
MRS. TROI
(offhand)
Oh, wonderful. So they are!
(turning to Picard)
But I'll never completely trust
this device, Jean-Luc...
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT ONE 8.
13 CONTINUED:
TROI
He's "Captain Picard," Mother...
Mrs. Troi has turned to where she suddenly sees the
"frozen" Antedians.
MRS. TROI
Aaagh!
PICARD
(to Riker, resignedly)
Explain.
RIKER
Sorry they startled you, Mrs.
Troi. These are Antedian
delegates... ah, temporarily being
stored here, I believe...
MRS. TROI
"Delegates?" The last time I saw
something like this, it was being
served on a plate.
Picard has to turn away to hide his smile at this. But
Riker enjoys it openly, especially her next line.
MRS. TROI
(continuing)
But you, Jean-Luc, I was not aware
you had such handsome legs. My
valet is waiting. You may beam
him aboard now.
Picard nods at the Chief O'Brien and in a second, a
larger figure MATERIALIZES. MISTER HOMN arrives carrying
Mrs. Troi's "suitcase". He breaks into that easy,
enigmatic smile of his as he looks around the room.
MRS. TROI
You remember Mister Homn, of course.
PICARD
It would be hard to forget Mister
Homn. Welcome back to the
Enterprise.
Homn nods toward Picard.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT ONE 9.
13 CONTINUED: (2)
MRS. TROI
I've retained his services despite
the outlandishly lustful thoughts
he spews in my direction. I
suppose the poor fellow just can't
help himself.
It's hard to believe Homn would lust after anyone.
MRS. TROI
(continuing; to Picard)
Perhaps you could show me to my
suite now?
PICARD
Certainly.
Mister Homn starts to pick up her luggage...
MRS. TROI
Put that down, Homn. We can't
deny the captain the honor of
carrying my belongings.
Picard looks at the beehive-shaped carrying-case. He
remembers the last time...
PICARD
I won't interfere with Homn's
duties this time.
MRS. TROI
That's not the real reason,
Jean-Luc. You forget I'm a
telepath.
Picard looks from Mrs. Troi to Deanna as Homn picks
up the luggage...
RIKER
Look, since this apparently has
some meaning to you, Mrs. Troi,
I'll...
Riker reaches in to take the luggage from Homn.
RIKER
(continuing)
...carry...it.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT ONE 10.
13 CONTINUED: (3)
Homn has released the luggage and the full weight of
it (with a MUFFLED CLANKING SOUND) is taken by Riker,
whose words have come out in a surprised GROAN.
14 INT. ENTERPRISE CORRIDOR
The others follow Riker who is trying his best to
"casually" carry the heavy bag down the hallway.
Picard, the Trois and Homn follow closely behind.
RIKER
(trying not to sound
labored)
It's... just down this hall.
15 EMPHASIZING THE TROI WOMEN
Deanna is glaring at her mother who is looking at
Riker's legs.
MRS. TROI
(telepathic)
He has nice legs too, Little One.
Is he still yours?
TROI
(telepathic)
Humans no longer own each other
that way, Mother.
MRS. TROI
Oh really?
(looks at Picard)
That's a custom we may have to
introduce again.
16 INT. MRS. TROI'S QUARTERS - PICARD (OPTICAL)
as the Group ENTERS and Riker puts down the baggage,
SIGHS with relief.
MRS. TROI
Thank you.
RIKER
Glad I could help out.
Riker and the others EXIT, leaving Picard to face Mrs.
Troi alone.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT ONE 11.
16 CONTINUED:
PICARD
I trust you'll be comfortable
here, Mrs. Troi. Now if you'll
excuse me, I must get back to my
duties.
MRS. TROI
Captain, I will be serving a
Betazoid dinner of greeting
tonight. It is an ambassadorial
function.
PICARD
(after a hesitation)
Of course. It, uh, sounds
delightful.
Picard EXITS. Mrs. Troi speaks of him as she flutters
about, checking out the intricacies of her quarters...
MRS. TROI
He's a fine man. Solid. Earnest.
Reliable. Perhaps a little on
the dull side, but all in all he's
not bad.
TROI
I cannot believe you! You sound
like you're sizing up a commodity.
MRS. TROI
But that's exactly what men are,
darling. Especially human men.
(chuckles, strokes
Deanna's face)
Was your father ever unhappy with
me?
TROI
No, he worshipped you, Mother.
But I'll never learn to see men
the way you do.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT ONE 12.
16 CONTINUED: (2)
MRS. TROI
You will as you mature, darling.
And the males in your life will
bless you for it.
17 INT. MAIN BRIDGE - RIKER, WESLEY, WORF, DATA
Most of them are LAUGHING, except Data who is smiling
slightly. Even Worf seems almost amused.
WESLEY
... but it's true she complimented
Captain Picard on his legs?
Riker nods affirmative.
DATA
I would have thought a telepath
would be more discreet.
RIKER
No, it's just the opposite. She
knows what's in your mind and she
lets you know what's on hers.
More LAUGHTER -- which is suddenly stilled as they
realize that Picard ENTERED the bridge. Picard takes
his seat at command and speaks in a tone that's polite,
yet gets the point across -- enough of this
conversation.
PICARD
We must not lose sight of the fact
that we're talking about someone
who has been granted ambassadorial
rank. Even if she appears a bit
eccentric, Lwaxana Troi must be
treated with appropriate respect.
Is that understood?
The others make it clear that it is.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT ONE 13.
17 CONTINUED:
DATA
Our orders on her mentioned
nothing specific except...
PICARD
(waits)
Except what, Mister Data?
DATA
We are to cooperate with her as
fully as possible, deliver her
there untroubled, rested...
(seeing Picard's
expression)
I assume those were merely
courtesies due her rank, sir.
PICARD
(to Riker)
See that every bridge officer and
supervisor has the full text of
that transmission.
RIKER
Aye, sir.
18 EXT. SPACE - ENTERPRISE IN WARP TRAVEL (OPTICAL)
19 INT. MAIN BRIDGE - FAVORING PICARD
PICARD
Picard to Pulaski. When was the
last time you looked in on our
Antedian guests?
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT ONE 14.
20 INT. TRANSPORTER ROOM - CLOSE ON PULASKI
intently concentrating on reexamining the Antedians.
PULASKI
I'm doing so right now, Captain.
PICARD (V.O.)
Are they still catatonic?
PULASKI
Status of the beings is unchanged.
Pulse still steady -- respiration
normal for them.
21 INT. MAIN BRIDGE - SAME SETTING
PICARD
Understood. Keep me informed --
Picard out.
Picard leans back in his chair, takes a deep breath,
and then rises.
PICARD
I believe I'll get some rest.
(exiting; to Riker)
It will be a dress uniform dinner,
gentlemen.
RIKER
Sir?
But PICARD EXITS.
DATA
Inquiry, Commander: to which
dinner was the captain referring?
Riker ponders the question.
RIKER
Nothing I've been invited to.
Have any of you?
Apparently no one has.
RIKER
(continuing)
Very interesting!
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT ONE 15.
22 EXT. THE ENTERPRISE - FLYING BY AT WARP SPEED (OPTICAL)
23 INT. ENTERPRISE CORRIDOR - PICARD
(back in formal dress) walks down the hallway with a
bottle of ice-blue Altairian brandy in his right hand.
As he rounds a corner he comes face to face with Doctor
Pulaski, going the other way.
PICARD
You're not attending the dinner
with us this evening, Doctor?
PULASKI
I've already eaten, Captain. But
thanks anyway.
We HEAR A CHIME.
MRS. TROI (V.O.)
(sing-song)
Come in!
The expression on Pulaski's face is interesting.
24 INT. MRS. TROI'S QUARTERS - PICARD
ENTERS to find romantic lighting, with candle-like
objects spread about the room, and a small table made
up for two. Mrs. Troi is out of sight in an adjoining
room; Mister Homn is filling expensive-looking glasses
with what looks like wine.
Picard holds out the bottle -- Homn accepts it... and
then to Picard's surprise, he unscrews the top and
begins to drink straight from the bottle. Picard
starts to say something, but thinks better of it. In
a matter of moments, Homn drains the entire bottle!
The giant smiles at Picard and bows regally -- his way
of saying thanks.
PICARD
Tell me Mister Homn, when will the
others be arriving?
Homn stares back blankly.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT ONE 16.
24 CONTINUED:
PICARD
(continuing)
The other officers?
(pause)
Commander Riker? Deanna?
Homn shakes his head from side to side and smiles
mischievously. He points a long finger at Picard and
then points behind the Captain. Picard turns to see...
25 MRS. TROI
leaning against the wall, wearing a sexy dress and a
provocative look.
MRS. TROI
(purring)
Hello, Jean-Luc. So glad you
could come.
26 MOVE IN ON THE CAPTAIN
this is not what he expected...
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT ONE
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT TWO 17.
ACT TWO
FADE IN:
27 INT. MRS TROI'S QUARTERS (OPTICAL)
Mrs. Troi and the captain are seated at the little
table, about to begin their meal. Their glasses are
full and Homn is serving them a colorful Betazoid
salad.
MRS. TROI
(raising glass)
A toast: to Earthmen... who
despite their faults, have a
unique ability to charm women of
all races, in all corners of the
galaxy.
PICARD
(clinks glass)
Speaking for the men of Earth,
which is an awesome responsibility
indeed, I thank you.
Picard is attempting to be light and uncaring, but
underneath the surface, this candlelight dinner is
making him uncomfortable.
MRS. TROI
(teasing, flirting)
I know what you're thinking,
Captain.
PICARD
(a bit worried)
You do?
MRS. TROI
You're wondering if I've been
seeing any other man on a serious
basis.
PICARD
(shaking head)
Well actually I wasn't --
MRS. TROI
-- I wouldn't worry about it,
Jean-Luc.
(MORE)
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT TWO 18.
27 CONTINUED:
MRS. TROI (Cont'd)
(reaches out, touches
his hand)
Competition seems to bring out
the best in the human male.
Picard smiles weakly and subtly withdraws his hand to
lift his glass to his lips.
PICARD
I must admit, I wasn't expecting
this... setting. I assumed that
my high-ranking officers would
also be attending.
MRS. TROI
Never assume anything when it
comes to Lwaxana Troi. A Betazoid
woman is full of surprises.
Not knowing just what to say, Picard begins to pick at
his food, but Mrs. Troi seems to be waiting for
something. Behind her, Mister Homn, sipping a drink, has
just taken his place next to a big, circular chime near
the far wall.
MRS. TROI
(continuing)
Strange, I'm not that hungry
tonight.
(leans forward, coy)
I wonder what's making me lose
my appetite? Any ideas?
She smiles and extends a utensil toward her blue salad.
Homn downs his drink and makes ready. She takes a
bite, Homn STRIKES THE CHIME. Picard jumps at the
SOUND.
PICARD
Oh yes, you're giving thanks for
your food. I'd forgotten about
that.
(pause)
I wonder how many other cultures
have similar customs.
MRS. TROI
I don't know.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT TWO 19.
27 CONTINUED: (2)
PICARD
Let's find out.
(touches his
communicator)
Commander Data.
28
thru OMITTED
30
30A INT. BRIDGE - SCIENCE ONE - DATA (INTERCUT AS NEEEDED)
DATA
Yes, Captain.
PICARD
Mrs. Troi and I are having a very
interesting discussion about the
various ways by which societies
give thanks. For instance, the
Betazoids use of the chime.
DATA
The use of the chime is unique,
but not at all dissimilar to the
Ooolans of Marejaretus Six, who
use two large stones which are
continuously struck during the
meal. Those at the dinner must
eat until the stones are broken.
Or, the oligarchy on Atifs Four,
which require a young male to...
PICARD
(overlapping)
Commander, this is absolutely
fascinating, don't you agree, Mrs.
Troi? Data, if your duties
permit, why don't you join us for
dessert?
DATA
You are forgetting sir -- I do not
digest foodstuffs, therefore I
cannot participate in the
consumption of your post-main
course edibles.
MRS. TROI
What'd he just say?
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT TWO 19A.
30A CONTINUED:
PICARD
You don't have to eat to join us,
Commander. I'm sure Mrs. Troi
would simply enjoy the pleasure
of your company.
Data is pleased to hear it...
DATA
Indeed, sir. I am on my way; Data
out.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT TWO 20.
30A CONTINUED: (2)
MRS. TROI
(annoyed)
How could you possibly think I'd
want to share our special time
together, with that robot of
yours?
PICARD
Because... because of his
wonderful after-dinner
conversation. His anecdotes are
the stuff of legends aboard this
ship.
CUT TO:
31 INT. MRS. TROI'S QUARTERS (OPTICAL)
CLOSE on Data, now sitting at their table, eagerly
concluding an "anecdote".
DATA
-- So by using the square root
of pi and then multiplying it by
nine to the third power, I was
able to accurately calculate the
distance between the Omicron
galaxy and the Crab Nebula.
32 PULL BACK TO INCLUDE PICARD AND MRS TROI (OPTICAL)
She is literally bored stiff by Data's stories. In
the b.g. we see Mister Homn break into a slow, cat-like
yawn.
PICARD
Fascinating, Data. I'm sure Mrs.
Troi would love to hear the one
about the, uh, anomalous chemical
composition of... say... brown
dwarf stars.
MRS. TROI
Well, not really --
DATA
(enthused)
-- Yes Captain, that is a
particularly spellbinding subject.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT TWO 21.
32 CONTINUED:
Data turns to Mrs. Troi with a pleased, eager look on
his face.
DATA
(continuing)
For most stars, the rare-Earth
element Europium is enriched
relative to samarium and
gadolinium...
MRS. TROI
(flat, bored)
Is that so?
DATA
It is! However in brown dwarf
stars, the element Europium is
anomalously depleted.
MRS. TROI
(sarcastic)
Fascinating.
DATA
But that is only the beginning.
If the abundances of the elements
terbium, dysprosium, holmium and
erbium are also factored into the
analysis...
33 INT. ENTERPRISE CORRIDOR - TROI AND PULASKI
are walking together.
PULASKI
Your mother seems quite an
interesting woman, Deanna.
TROI
Doctor, perhaps I should tell you
something about my mother's
condition at this time.
PULASKI
Condition at this time?!
TROI
Something that occurs to Betazoid
females at mid-life. We call it
the Phase.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT TWO 22.
33 CONTINUED:
PULASKI
At mid-life as in the human
female's menopause?
TROI
(laughing)
Almost the exact opposite. It
is only at mid-life that Betazed
females become... well, fully
sexual, if you know what I mean.
PULASKI
Yes, perhaps I do. I just heard
her voice fairly singing when she
called the captain into her room.
TROI
I wonder if I shouldn't warn the
captain?
Pulaski considers it. Is there a gleam of amusement
in her eyes?
PULASKI
Nooo. As ship's doctor I'd
consider it excellent exercise
for his reflexes and agility.
TROI
(somewhat shocked)
Doctor... !
PULASKI
In staying ahead of your mother.
Troi suddenly understands, smiling.
TROI
Yes. An animal is always at its
best when hunted...
PULASKI
Or when hunting.
34 STAY ON DEANNA
as she walks on, turns and ENTERS her mother's
quarters...
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT TWO 23.
35 INT. MRS. TROI'S QUARTERS - DATA (OPTICAL)
has activated a computer screen and is now pointing
out various moving objects, as Deanna ENTERS...
DATA
... and at this point, the second
co-orbital satellite avoids a
collision with the first.
MRS TROI
(looking up)
-- Deanna, darling! Thank the
Four Dieties you're here.
TROI
I hope I'm not interrupting.
PICARD
(rising)
No, as a matter of fact, I need
to get back to the bridge myself.
DATA
Perhaps I should stay here and
further entertain our guest.
MRS. TROI
-- No! I mean, I think you're
needed on the bridge as well.
Data frowns... then nods, realizing she's probably
right.
PICARD
(a bit stiff)
Thank you for a delicious meal.
Let's uh, do it again sometime.
MRS. TROI
(purring)
Oh, I know we will.
Picard EXITS (followed by Data) a little embarrassed.
Deanna looks at her mother with hard, accusing eyes.
MRS. TROI
Little One, the captain is every
bit as charming as your father
was.
Mrs. Troi innocently takes a bite of her Betazoid
dessert and Homn RINGS THE CHIME...
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT TWO 24.
36 INT. ENTERPRISE CORRIDOR, OUTSIDE MRS. TROI'S QUARTERS
Data and Picard walking together.
PICARD
(exhaling)
Data, you'll never know just how
much I owe you for that.
DATA
Indeed, Captain? I know many more
interesting anecdotes as well.
37 INT. MAIN BRIDGE - THE CAPTAIN AND DATA
EXIT the turbolift and ENTER the bridge. Riker swivels
from his position at Command, and addresses Picard,
still in dress uniform, who is moving toward the Ready
Room...
RIKER
Status of the Antedian delegates
unchanged, Captain.
PICARD
What's our e.t.a. to the
conference?
RIKER
Forty five point three hours, sir.
PICARD
Very good, Number One. I'll be
in my Ready Room.
Picard ENTERS his Ready Room while Data crosses to Ops.
38 INT. MRS. TROI'S QUARTERS - HOMN
bottle in hand, is cleaning up the table -- Mrs Troi
is HUMMING to herself as she throws on a Betazoid
shawl.
TROI
Why would you come aboard at a
time like this?
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT TWO 24A.
38 CONTINUED:
MRS. TROI
(shrugging)
I had no choice. I was going
to Pacifica, you were going to
Pacifica, it seemed the
appropriate thing to do.
TROI
Don't be absurd -- you knew what
this would lead to...
Deanna trails off as she looks at Homn (she doesn't
want to continue this conversation in front of anyone).
She takes her mother by the arm and leads her out of
the room.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT TWO 25.
39 INT. ENTERPRISE CORRIDOR - ON THE TROIS
Deanna is animated and concerned while her mother is
smiling and relaxed, nodding hello to passers-by...
TROI
What stage is it in?
MRS. TROI
I have it completely under
control.
TROI
(demanding)
What stage is it in?
MRS. TROI
(smiles)
Well, far enough along for me to
enjoy it, Little One.
TROI
(worried)
Now I know why you wore that
dress.
MRS. TROI
(laughing)
Don't be ridiculous. It's just
a simple little dress -- there's
nothing provocative about it.
TROI
(more to herself)
What are we going to do?
MRS. TROI
I'm going to do the only honorable
thing there is to do.
(smiles)
And I'd say the captain has the
inside track.
TROI
Don't even think it!
MRS. TROI
Why not? He was thinking about
it all through dinner.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT TWO 26.
40 INT. CAPTAIN'S READY ROOM - TIGHT ON PICARD'S FACE
He's in his regular uniform.
PICARD
I was what?!
41 PULL BACK TO INCLUDE RIKER AND TROI (OPTICAL)
PICARD
(continuing)
I tell you Deanna, for a telepath,
your mother's accuracy leaves much
to be desired.
TROI
Actually, her telepathic prowess
is quite advanced. Except for
now.
RIKER
"Except for now?"
PICARD
Don't misunderstand me, Counselor.
Your mother is a beautiful
person...
TROI
(continuing)
My mother is just beginning a
physiological phase... one that
all Betazoid women must deal with
as they enter mid-life.
Troi stops talking and looks at the men. The men look
at each other...
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT TWO 27.
41 CONTINUED:
RIKER
It's something Troi warned me
about when we were first seeing
each other.
(looks at Troi)
When a Betazoid female goes
through "the Phase," it quadruples
her sex drive.
TROI
Or more...
Picard looks worried, Riker WHISTLES.
RIKER
(to Troi)
... "or more?" I didn't know
that.
TROI
I didn't want to frighten you.
(to Picard)
My mother has opted for the only
dignified course of action open
to her.
RIKER
Isolation?
TROI
She has chosen to focus all of
her sexual energy on one male.
This man will eventually become
her husband, of course.
(with difficulty)
It seems Captain, that you are
the early favorite.
RIKER
Congratulations, sir!
PICARD
I am not amused, Number One.
(starts pacing again)
There must be a way to convince
her that it's quite impossible
-- without offending her.
TROI
You cannot apply human style logic
to this, Captain.
(MORE)
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT TWO 28-29.
41 CONTINUED: (2)
TROI (Cont'd)
Mother would be shocked and deeply
resentful, should you spurn her
advances. She would naturally
take it very personally.
PICARD
Well, considering Starfleet's
orders not to get her upset, I
think it might be prudent for me
to make myself less available for
the duration of this journey.
RIKER
Agreed.
Off this decision we GO TO:
42 INT. ENTRANCE TO HOLODECK - ANGLING ON THE COMPUTER
PICARD (V.O.)
Setting: San Francisco
California, United States Of
America, the year 1945 A.D.,
program to fit the novel, "The
Long Dark Tunnel".
COMPUTER VOICE
You may enter when ready.
43 PULL BACK TO SEE PICARD (OPTICAL)
decked out in trenchcoat and fedora, re-entering
Chandlerland as private-eye Dixon Hill...
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT TWO
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT THREE 30.
ACT THREE
FADE IN:
44 EXT. SPACE - ENTERPRISE IN FLYBY (OPTICAL)
PICARD (V.O.)
Dixon Hill's memoirs: date, the
1940's...
45 INT. HALLWAY LEADING TO DIXON HILL'S OFFICE - DAY
Picard walks toward the glass door with "his" name on
it. He moves slowly, relishing the detail in the
decrepit hallway.
PICARD (V.O.)
(continuing)
It was a grey day in the city by
the bay. My pockets were as empty
as a press agent's heart. I
needed a case, that's for sure,
but the private dick racket was
as slow as the horse I just blew
my last two bucks on.
46 INT. DIXON HILL'S RECEPTION ROOM - PICARD
ENTERS and finds his SECRETARY behind the desk...
PICARD
(pleased)
Hello, it's good to see you again.
SECRETARY
(chuckling)
You're too much, Dix. You make
it sound like you ain't seen me
in a year.
Picard smiles to himself, she's close to right. He
removes his hat and coat, as she pulls out a small
notepad...
SECRETARY
You got two calls...
PICARD
New cases?
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT THREE 31.
46 CONTINUED:
SECRETARY
Are you kiddin'? The last time
we got a new case, Hitler wasn't
running Germany.
(checks pad)
Your tailor called -- he wants
his dough for cleaning your other
suit -- and your landlord called -- you
can guess what he wants.
PICARD
(thoughtful)
I see... Well, pay the tailor and
stall the landlord.
He walks into his office. The secretary swivels her
chair and picks up the phone...
SECRETARY
(to herself)
Pay the tailor...
(laughs, hangs up)
Pay the tailor? With what?
47 INT. HILL'S OFFICE - ON PICARD
MOVING AROUND THE ROOM, happy to be back in
Chandlerland.
48 INT. MRS. TROI'S QUARTERS (OPTICAL)
Close on Mrs. Troi.
MRS. TROI
Unavailable? Ship's business?
PULL BACK to reveal Deanna, standing across from her.
Mrs. Troi seems more surprised than angry...
MRS. TROI
(continuing)
Ship's business takes precedence
over me?
TROI
I'm afraid so.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT THREE 32.
48 CONTINUED:
MRS. TROI
Hmmm... Oh well, he was too old
for me anyway.
Still thinking, she moves over to where Homn is happily
sampling several tall glasses of multi-colored liquids.
MRS. TROI
(to Homn)
Homn, let's consider my alternate
plan.
Homn bows deeply -- his way of saying "good idea."
TROI
Alternate plan?
MRS. TROI
You worry too much, Little One.
Your mother has the situation well
in hand.
49 INT. DIXON HILL'S OFFICE - ON PICARD (OPTICAL)
sitting with his back to the door, hands clasped behind
his head, staring out the window at the San Francisco
street scene. He doesn't turn as WE HEAR THE DOOR OPEN
behind him...
SECRETARY (V.O.)
(a little nervous)
There's a gentleman here to see
you, Mister Hill.
PICARD
Thank you, Madeline.
The secretary steps aside and then EXITS as SLADE
BENDER, a huge, bull-necked, square-shouldered tough
guy in an expensive gangster suit ENTERS. Finally,
Picard swivels his chair around and faces his visitor.
He rises slowly, awkwardly lights a cigarette (chokes
on it), and deliberately sizes up Slade Bender...
PICARD
Yes, as the book said, everything
about you is big: big
shoulders... big neck... big
fists...
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT THREE 33.
49 CONTINUED:
Slade interrpts, speaking with little emotion, slurring
his words in a half-whisper.
He's the dumb, silent type.
SLADE
You a private dick?
PICARD
Says so on my door, doesn't it?
SLADE
I want you should do a job for
me.
PICARD
Let me guess -- you want dance
lessons.
Slade grabs Picard by the arm.
SLADE
(sincere)
You're not trying to be funny are
you? I don't like funny things.
Picard is feeling some pain from Slade's crushing grip.
PICARD
Yes... yes, I understand that.
No funny things.
Slade releases Picard's arm and the captain flexes and
unflexes cramped muscles.
SLADE
I want you to find a missing
person.
PICARD
Alva? Let's see -- I'll bet she's
your sister...
Picard reacts to Slade's expression.
SLADE
Yes. She's my sister, and I want
you to find her!
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT THREE 34.
49 CONTINUED: (2)
Slade's gotten all worked up again -- he's grabbing
Picard by the shirt to get his point across.
PICARD
Take it easy, Mac! I can't take
the job of finding Alva if you
break me like a matchstick.
Slade seems to think that over and ultimately agrees.
He releases his vice-like grip.
PICARD
(continuing;
straightening tie)
As a matter of fact, I knew who
Alva was all along. I've read
the book.
Slade hovers over Picard again.
SLADE
Read what book? Are you being
funny again?
PICARD
(to Slade)
You got a picture?
SLADE
Of Alva?
PICARD
Of course of Alva! The novel
wasn't illustrated.
Slade is again puzzled but reaches into his shirt
pocket, and hands Picard a photograph.
50 CIRCLING PICARD
as he studies the photo
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT THREE 35.
50 CONTINUED:
PICARD
I believe the 1940 expression was
"hubbah, hubbah, hubbah."
SLADE
And I still say you talk funny.
I don't like funny talk.
PICARD
That's part of the cost of hiring
a private eye like me, Slade.
I'm very different from most you
could get.
Picard looks up at Slade, then back at the photo.
SLADE
I want you to find Alva. I'll
pay you.
PICARD
(nods)
Okay. I'll find Alva for you;
but you might not like what I
find.
Slade simply nods, and then turns and walks out the
door. Picard calls after him and follows. Slade
continues out the reception door and into the hallway.
As Picard passes his startled secretary, he comments to
her with a smile:
PICARD (CONT'D)
This is so much fun.
51 INT. TRANSPORTER ROOM - WESLEY AND WORF
are standing before the platform, looking up at the
still motionless Antedian delegates.
WORF
Even in this state, they possess
a certain dignity, a graceful
countenance.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT THREE 36.
51 CONTINUED:
Wes takes a good look at the scaly, grotesque faces
under the red hoods.
WESLEY
If you say so, Lieutenant.
WORF
(peers at him)
I see. Is this how you felt when
you first saw me?
WESLEY
(pause, guiltily)
Well... maybe at first.
(brightening)
But now that I've seen a few more
Klingons, I know that you're real
handsome, for... for a Klingon.
Worf GRUNTS, not sure he likes that compliment.
WESLEY
That uh, didn't come out quite
right.
The door opens and Mrs. Troi ENTERS, followed of course
by Mister Homn. She looks up at the Antedians and
shudders...
MRS. TROI
I still say they'd look better
in sauce.
(moves closer;
concentrating)
No, nothing.
(to Welsey)
When will the good captain revive
them?
WESLEY
Not until we reach Pacifica,
ma'am.
Mrs. Troi turns her attention from the Antedians to
Worf and Wesley. She walks around them in a slow
circle -- Homn follows, two steps behind.
MRS. TROI
You seem a fine boy. One day you
will grow up to be a big, strong
man.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT THREE 37.
51 CONTINUED: (2)
Wesley looks over at Worf, wondering what she's getting
at.
MRS. TROI
(continuing)
But even though humans age far
more rapidly than Betazoids, I
cannot afford to wait for you to
mature.
This confuses Wesley even more. Mrs. Troi eyes Worf...
MRS. TROI
(smiling)
But you... your innermost thoughts
are primal, savage. I like that
in a man.
WORF
I am not a man.
MRS. TROI
Which is in your favor, men so
often being irrational and
egotistical.
(eyes him, then sighs)
But I'm afraid I've grown
accustomed to human companionship.
It's nothing personal, you would
have made a fine choice.
Worf frowns -- he is about to ask her what she's
talking about when she turns to her valet...
MRS. TROI
Who's next, Mister Homn?
Homn puts his hands to his eyes and pantomimes the
structure of a VISOR.
MRS. TROI
Ah yes. Let's get to it, I'm not
getting any younger.
Mrs. Troi EXITS, Homn bows to Wesley and Worf, then
follows.
WESLEY
What was that all about?
Worf has no idea.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT THREE 38.
52 INT. ENGINEERING - GEORDI
is at his station. The matter/anti matter core is
throbbing as Mrs. Troi and Mister Homn approach...
MRS. TROI
Lieutenant La Forge, I wish to
be direct with you.
GEORDI
(turning to see her)
I prefer it that way. Now what
are you being direct about?
MRS. TROI
I have decided to give all the
bridge officers an equal
opportunity to gain my favor.
GEORDI
I see.
MRS. TROI
Ah, but you don't, and that's the
problem. I wonder whether a
sightless man could ever
appreciate great beauty.
GEORDI
That's funny... I've always had
the same doubts about the sighted.
MRS. TROI
Odd. How so?
GEORDI
Because my eyes don't seduce my
mind, I'm driven to find beauty
in other things -- things sighted
people tend to ignore. The lovely
temperature gradiations of bodies,
the moisture patterns, the
indications of inner peace and
harmony...
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT THREE 39.
53 ANGLE ON HOMN
nodding slowly, agreeing completely.
54 BACK TO SHOT
MRS. TROI
(thoughtful)
Very interesting, Lieutenant. But
I'm not sure if that's good or
bad. A less perceptive man could
be easier to live with.
55 STAY ON A PUZZLED GEORDI
watching Mrs. Troi and Homn as they EXIT.
56 EXT. SPACE - ENTERPRISE FLYBY (OPTICAL)
57 INT. END OF HALLWAY OUTSIDE HILL'S OFFICE - PICARD
stands with Slade Bender before the door marked
"Exit."
PICARD
Twenty dollars a day, plus
expenses. Fifty when I find her.
Slade pulls out several crisp hundred dollar bills and
hands one to Picard. Picard runs the bill between his
fingers.
PICARD
You know it's wonderful to need
money.
SLADE
(poking Picard's chest)
You'll get more when you find
Alva.
He EXITS through the door -- WE CAN HEAR his heavy feet
thundering off. Picard pivots and starts to walk back
toward his office.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT THREE 40.
58 ANGLE TO REVEAL A MYSTERIOUS MAN IN A GREY SUIT
leaning against the wall between Picard and the office.
A fedora is tilted down over one eye making his face
hard to see. He's looking down, lighting a cigarette.
Picard pauses.
PICARD
Let's see... I must have been
skimming pages about here. What
part did you play?
The man doesn't look up. Picard shrugs, saunters
past; the man immediately moves up behind him, sticking
a concealed gun against his back.
TOUGHGUY
Freeze.
PICARD
Ah, yes, of course.
TOUGHGUY
I'm looking for Slade Bender,
Hill. I understand he was here
yesterday.
PICARD
My, my, time does fly in the
Holodeck.
Hands up, Picard turns slowly and gets a look at his
assailant. The Toughguy has olive skin, a jagged scar
on his cheek and oddly pale eyes...
PICARD
(continuing)
Even if I happen to know a Slade
Bender, why should I help you?
TOUGHGUY
Because he owes me money. And
because if you don't, I'll blow
your head off.
A slow, cool smile spreads across Picard's face...
PICARD
I knew you'd say something like
that. Marvelous.
The Toughguy is really ticked off by Picard's
unfathomable (to him) remark. He jams the gun against
Picard's ribs...
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT THREE 41.
58 CONTINUED:
TOUGHGUY
Cut the crap, Hill! Tell me where
he is or so help me, I'll plug
ya!
PICARD
I don't think so.
With lightning quickness, Picard throws a classic
punch, knocking his adversary reeling.
The Toughguy swings about, shoves his gun into Picard's
belly, FIRES. On Picard's look of astonishment:
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT THREE
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FOUR 42.
ACT FOUR
FADE IN:
59 INT. CHANDLERLAND HALLWAY - PICARD AND TOUGHGUY
The hood is staring in disbelief at Picard.
TOUGHGUY
Come on, drop! I shot ya.
PICARD
No, the gun misfired. Thankfully
the Holodeck is handling it
correctly and the mortality
failsafe is functional.
The Toughguy suddenly swings his gun, catches Picard on
the side of the head. It is a real blow which hurts.
But Picard pulls the hood up by his tie, and knocks
him out with a chopping overhand right.
60 CLOSER - PICARD
He rubs the side of his head, finds blood there.
PICARD
(continuing)
But in some ways, the program is
almost too accurate.
Dixon Hill's secretary has come running out, having
heard the shot. She immediately spots the blood on the
side of Picard's head.
SECRETARY
Dixon, you're hurt!
Picard grimaces in fine fashion...
PICARD
Don't worry about it.
(shrugs)
I'm going out for a drink.
Dixon Hill's secretary looks on admiringly as her boss
literally shrugs off his wound and EXITS the hallway.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FOUR 43.
61 INT. REX'S BAR - ON REX
the tough-eyed Bartender who owns this dark, moody bar.
The place is almost empty: a SAILOR sits next to a
BLEACHED BLOND at the bar, a COUPLE OF HARD DRINKERS
are at tables in the back. The jukebox is playing A
MOURNFUL FORTIES TORCH SONG, and Rex is pouring scotch
into the glass of a CHINESE-AMERICAN CUSTOMER...
62 ANGLE ON THE DOOR
as Picard ENTERS. He looks around, affection in his
eyes.
63 WIDE ANGLE
as Rex spots Picard at the door.
REX
Well hello, Dixon. Haven't seen
you in a while.
Picard approaches the bar...
REX
(continuing)
What's it been, four hours?
Picard sticks out his hand and smiles...
PICARD
You must be Rex. Am I right?
REX
If you gotta ask me that pal, you
need a drink.
PICARD
(sitting at bar)
You're right, I do need a drink.
REX
The usual?
PICARD
(smiling, nodding)
Let's see... Scotch, neat?
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FOUR 44.
63 CONTINUED:
REX
(chuckling)
What else?
(pours, notices wound)
I hate to be the bearer of bad
news old buddy, but you're leakin'
blood.
PICARD
(macho)
So? I've got plenty more where
that came from.
REX
(sincere)
Geez, Dix. You're tough as
nails.
Picard belts down his drink and almost turns green.
PICARD
Uggh, I'm going to have to get
used to that.
REX
(dry)
Yeah, it's only your third one
today.
Picard is still reeling from the drink. He closes his
eyes and raps his fist on the bar.
PICARD
What the hell... make it four.
The stoic Bartender pours...
REX
I'll put it on your tab.
PICARD
(pulls out a bill)
Cash! I just took on a case.
64 INT. MAIN BRIDGE - RIKER
is at Command with Troi beside him. Wesley and Data
are at Conn and Ops.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FOUR 44A.
64 CONTINUED:
PULASKI COM VOICE
Bridge this is Doctor Pulaski.
We have completed the transfer.
The Antedians are now in Sickbay.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FOUR 45.
64 CONTINUED: (2)
RIKER
Acknowledged, Doctor.
(to Wesley)
E.t.a. to Pacifica, Mister Crusher?
WESLEY
(checking instruments)
Twelve point four hours, sir.
That will get us there
approximately two hours before
the conference begins.
The turbolift doors open and Mrs. Troi and Mister Homn
ENTER the bridge. Deanna immediately reacts, going to
her.
TROI
Mother, what are you doing here?
You can't just stroll up to the
bridge whenever you feel like it.
MRS. TROI
(looking around)
I didn't just stroll up, dear.
I took the turbotube, or whatever
you call it.
(to Riker)
The captain's not here?
RIKER
He's busy elsewhere, ma'am.
MRS. TROI
(beat; shrugs)
Well, no matter. I have other
interests as well.
Mrs. Troi has begun to slowly circle the bridge,
pausing briefly before the bridge officers she has been
considering...
TROI
(telepathic)
You're scheming something, Mother.
I can tell.
MRS. TROI
(telepathic)
You're always so melodramatic,
Little One. I'm not scheming,
I'm deciding.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FOUR 46.
64 CONTINUED: (3)
Mrs. Troi ends up in the command area, next to Riker.
MRS. TROI
Tell me Commander... what is your
opinion of Betazoid women?
RIKER
Well... I've only your daughter
and you. But judging from that,
I'd have to say they're the
fairest in the galaxy.
65 EMPHASIZING MRS. TROI AND TROI
MRS. TROI
(telepathic)
He has excellent taste, Little
One.
TROI
(telepathic)
That's enough! This is getting
embarrassing.
MRS. TROI
(to Riker)
My lovely daughter has always
found it difficult to accept
compliments from male admirers.
I however, long ago learned to
accept them.
66 REACTION SHOTS OF WESLEY AND DATA (OPTICAL)
MRS. TROI (O.S.)
(continuing)
The key is learning how to endure
constant flattery without letting
it go to your head. Don't you
agree, Commander?
67 WIDE ANGLE
RIKER
If you say so, ma'am.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FOUR 47.
67 CONTINUED:
MRS. TROI
(to all on bridge)
I like that answer! Now here's
a man who knows how to defer to
a lady. I only hope the rest of
you men are listening.
Deanna puts her hands to her head -- and for the first
time, Riker wonders if he made a mistake.
68 INT. REX'S BAR - PICARD
is making love to his scotch. Rex is straight across
from him, leaning against the bar; the classic
bartender/customer scene. The bar has a few more
PATRONS now...
REX
... So she says "Rex, when are
you gonna sell the bar and get
a real job? Make a shoe, mend
a fence, do something useful?"
Can you believe that, Dix?
PICARD
It's hard to believe, Rex.
REX
She just doesn't understand the
service I perform here. My
regulars depend on me to pour and
listen, listen and pour. I'm like
some kind'a psychologist to you
guys, am I right?
Both men are looking down now and shaking their heads.
Rex starts to pour again, but stops as he sees someone
coming up behind Picard. Soon the captain is also
aware of a presence behind him...
PICARD
I recognize the size of the
shadow.
(MORE)
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FOUR 48.
68 CONTINUED:
PICARD (Cont'd)
(speaking, without
turning around)
Hello Slade. Buy you a drink?
Slade violently spins Picard around and speaks to him,
nose to nose...
SLADE
Where's my Alva?
PICARD
I'm working on it.
SLADE
(grabbing Picard's
shoulders)
You're not working hard enough.
REX
Hey pal, that's my buddy you're
manhandling there! Maybe you
oughta --
Rex cuts off as Slade moves up to the bar and fixes
a murderous gaze upon him.
REX
-- Oughta go right ahead with what
you were saying.
Rex shoots Picard a look that says "sorry, you're on
your own", and busies himself with drying glasses.
Slade grabs Picard again...
SLADE
I paid you money, Hill. Where
is she?
69 INT. SICKBAY - DR. PULASKI (OPTICAL)
is examining the Antedians, who are laid out in beds
now. Worf stands alongside her, with one of his
security guards in the b.g....
PULASKI
The blood chemistry and brain
organization of these creatures
is completely outside of my
experience... But it seems their
metabolic rates are increasing.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FOUR 49.
69 CONTINUED:
WORF
Is that good or bad?
PULASKI
It's good, I think.
Pulaski moves right up to one of the creatures and runs
a tricorder alongside an unseeing eye... She stops
with a start, jerking backwards involuntarily. The
Antedian's eye just blinked.
70 INT. BRIDGE - FAVORING RIKER
PULASKI (V.O.)
Pulaski to bridge.
RIKER
Riker here.
PULASKI (V.O.)
The Antedians are coming around.
They're currently in the early
stages of post-hibernation.
RIKER
How long before they're fully
conscious?
PULASKI
I'd guess it to be a matter of
hours now.
RIKER
Very good, Doctor, I'll notify
the captain. Riker out.
(to Mrs. Troi)
If you'll excuse me, ma'am.
MRS. TROI
Are you going to see the captain?
I thought he was tied up on
ship's business.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FOUR 50.
70 CONTINUED:
RIKER
In a manner of speaking... he is.
I'm uh, not going to interrupt
him, I'm simply going to inform
him.
MRS. TROI
What excellent timing! You can
also inform him about us.
RIKER
Us?
Mrs. Troi affectionately strokes the bottom of Riker's
chin.
MRS. TROI
You don't mind if I let your
bridge crew know first, do you
William?
Riker is caught off-guard -- he doesn't know what to
say.
MRS. TROI
(continuing, to
everyone)
Dear friends... you're all invited
to a prestigious occasion on the
planet Pacifica.
TROI
(to herself)
Oh no.
MRS. TROI
(dabs her eyes)
There, on the shores of the
western sea... in a traditional
Betazoid ceremony... your
Commander Riker and I will be
joined in the union of holy
wedlock.
WESLEY
Married?
MRS. TROI
(smiling at Riker)
'Till death do us part.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FOUR 51.
71 SHOCKED REACTION SHOTS OF ALL
ending with a dazed William T. Riker, as we...
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT FOUR
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FIVE 52.
ACT FIVE
FADE IN:
72 INT. MAIN BRIDGE - SAME SETTING
Mrs. Troi is beaming -- everyone else is speechless.
RIKER
Mrs. Troi... I don't know how to
put this --
MRS. TROI
-- I know just how you feel, dear.
(moves to turbolift)
Overwhelmed with excitement.
Believe me, I understand.
Mrs. Troi is about to enter the turbolift. Angry,
Deanna starts to go after her but Riker subtly stops
her.
MRS. TROI
(continued)
We'll talk about the details
later. Right now, there are
preparations to be made.
She EXITS into the turbolift.
TROI
Why did you stop me? Someone
needs to set her straight!
RIKER
I'd rather let the captain handle
that.
TROI
Coward!
RIKER
Simply following Starfleet's
orders. Keep her mind untroubled
until the conference.
DATA
Are you planing on going into the
Holodeck, Commander?
RIKER
Thought I might, Data. Want to
come along?
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FIVE 53.
73 CLOSE ON DATA
a trace of a smile spreading across his face
74 INT. HALLWAY LEADING TO HOLODECK - MATCHING CUT
on Data the same little smile on his face.
75 PULL BACK TO REVEAL
that he is now decked out in his pin-stripe suit and
fedora. Riker steps INTO FRAME beside him, still in
his uniform.
DATA
I have mastered the language, or
"lingo" of the period, sir. Also,
the mannerisms and body language.
Data stops for a moment and demonstrates a tough/cool
mannerism -- a classic "Cagney hitch".
DATA
For example, this is a gesture
denoting confidence and physical
prowess. It is effective in
attracting females and frightening
off would-be adversaries.
They have reached the Holodeck entrance.
DATA
Should anything in there confuse
you sir, do not hesitate to ask.
RIKER
It's comforting to know I'm with
an expert Data, but we're really
not going to be there that long.
(to computer)
Computer...
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FIVE 54.
76 INT. REX'S BAR - SAME SETTING AS BEFORE
only now, Slade Bender has taken a seat at the bar,
beside the captain. Rex stands bottle in hand,
directly in between them on the other side of the bar.
PICARD
She could be anywhere, Slade.
You can't expect me to find her
in one afternoon.
SLADE
It's been three days.
PICARD
(surprised)
Has it really? What I mean is
-- you gotta have patience. I'll
find her; I guarantee it.
SLADE
(earnest, almost
child-like)
She'd contact me if she knew I
was lookin' for her.
Rex breaks into A CACKLING LAUGH...
REX
Come on, pal! So she told you
that? So what? If I had a dime
for every time a dame's said that
to a guy --
Rex cuts off as Slade gets to his feet, steamed, and
looking at Rex like a bull about to charge. Rex
quickly changes course in mid-stream...
REX
(continuing)
-- I'd... probably have less than
a dollar. Cuz a girl never says
that unless she really means it.
The big fella buys it hook, line and sinker.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FIVE 55.
76 CONTINUED:
SLADE
(to Picard)
See? I want you to find my
sister!
Behind them, Riker and Data ENTER the bar.
As they walk inside, Data speaks to Riker in a hushed
voice...
DATA
In the last program here, we said
I was from South America. It
seemed to explain my unorthodox
appearance.
As they approach the bar, Picard spots them. Slade
instantly rises and reaches under his coat. Picard
grasps his arm...
PICARD
Easy Slade. They're friends of
mine.
Slade doesn't pull his gun, but he doesn't relax
either.
RIKER
Sorry to bother you, Captain.
PICARD
-- Call me Dixon.
RIKER
-- Sorry to bother you, Dixon,
but our two "passengers" are
awakening.
PICARD
Well then, it's time to go.
REX
Your friends've got time for one
drink, haven't they Dix?
Riker nods to Picard -- there is still some time.
Picard smiles and pushes his hat back.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FIVE 56.
76 CONTINUED: (2)
PICARD
Sure, I can afford another round.
As Rex pours, Picard does the introductions. Data
reaches out, examines the money.
DATA
Very accurate. Fascinating.
PICARD
These are my associates...
(indicates Riker)
"Nails", from Chicago.
(indicates Data)
And --
DATA
Carlos, from South America.
Rex opens a new bottle...
REX
Sit right down fellas, and tell
me your troubles.
RIKER
(to Picard)
Troubles I've got, sir. There's
a certain woman, a wealthy and
beautiful woman, who suddenly says
she's going to marry me.
Picard looks at Riker -- he gets the point.
REX
She's got looks and bucks? Sounds
like you've got yourself a heck
of a deal.
77 INT. MRS. TROI'S QUARTERS - MRS. TROI (OPTICAL)
is looking at her reflection in the mirror, making
final adjustments on a flowing, outlandish new dress.
MRS. TROI
(to Homn)
My fiance just has to see how I
look in this. Come along, Homn.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FIVE 57.
78 INT. ENTERPRISE CORRIDOR - MRS. TROI
and Mister Homn stop at a computer wall panel just outside
her quarters.
MRS. TROI
Tell me, computer, is Commander
Riker still on the bridge?
COMPUTER VOICE
Negative. Riker is currently in
Holodeck Three.
MRS. TROI
Holodeck? Where is that?
COMPUTER VOICE
Follow the com panel lights. They
will lead you there.
The panels begin to light up, pointing the way to the
Holodeck.
79 INT. REX'S BAR - SAME SETTING
Rex leans across the bar, a shocked look on his face...
REX
Good God, what's that?
All eyes turn to see the amazing sight he's referring
to:
80 ANGLE TO INCLUDE MRS. TROI AND MR. HOMN
who have just entered the bar. The wildly-dressed
Betazoid and her giant valet look incredibly out of
place in Chandlerland.
REX
I'll bet that's the broad with
the big bucks!
(to Mrs. Troi)
Come on over here, darlin'. I
got the best stool in the house
saved for ya.
Mrs. Troi saunters over and sits down -- still looking
around the room with clear distaste.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FIVE 58.
80 CONTINUED:
MRS. TROI
(to Picard)
I'm surprised you let this part
of the ship get this dirty.
PICARD
(indicating Riker)
Actually, that's the first
officer's job.
RIKER
(nodding)
Well, as a matter of fact...
MRS. TROI
Relax, Commander. You have begun
making your true feelings clear.
Obviously you feel unable to
handle me.
REX
Anyway, why would a beautiful
high-class lady like yourself...
(indicates Riker)
... want to hook up with a mug like
that? You're too good for him,
if you ask me.
She leans across the bar and smiles...
MRS. TROI
I couldn't agree more.
REX
So... what'llitbe, Doll?
Her attention is completely on the bartender.
Something about him interests, then fascinates her.
MRS. TROI
You are a most interesting person.
REX
You're not so bad yourself. In
fact, you're as much class as this
joint's ever seen.
He pulls out an opened bottle of house wine.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FIVE 59.
80 CONTINUED: (2)
REX
Here -- on the house. It's
French... well, almost.
She turns to Picard.
MRS. TROI
This is the most remarkable man.
I have never met anyone quite
like him.
PICARD
I don't suppose you have.
MRS. TROI
He's strong. I feel no thoughts
from him... nothing. I've never
known a man so able to keep his
true feelings completely hidden.
PICARD
That's because...
MRS. TROI
No man has ever been such a
mystery to me. I usually know
their thoughts before they do.
REX
But not me, huh?
MRS. TROI
No. And I never realized how
erotic that could be. Carry my
beverage to that table... we have
some things to talk about.
81 ANOTHER ANGLE
as they watch Mrs. Troi walk over to the table. Rex
picks up the glass of wine, gives Riker and Picard a
little knowing wink, and heads for the table.
82 RIKER AND PICARD
watch with amusement as Rex joins Mrs. Troi at the
table and they begin a very intimate conversation.
RIKER
Should we tell her?
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FIVE 60.
82 CONTINUED:
PICARD
I think it's only fair, but let's
allow her the moment.
Riker has to smile. As we GO TO:
83 INT. SICKBAY - PULASKI AND WORF
react with completely different expressions as
83A THE ANTEDIANS
awake, quite agitated, trembling as they squeak with:
ANTEDIANS
Food-food-food-food-food--
83B PULASKI
quickly realizes what must be done:
PULASKI
Worf! The vermicula!
Worf picks up the scoop net, and digs into the tank,
coming up with a load of writhing vermicula. The
Antedians see it, and tremble with joy as Worf holds
the net out for them and they gobble it up while...
PULASKI
(touching communicator)
Pulaski to Captain Picard.
84 INT. REX'S BAR
Picard is still with Riker
PICARD
Go ahead, Doctor.
PULASKI COM VOICE
Our passengers are on their feet.
PICARD
Understood.
RIKER
I had better get to the bridge.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FIVE 60A.
84 CONTINUED:
PICARD
What's their condition?
PULASKI COM VOICE
Hungry.
Picard acknowledges with a nod. Riker EXITS.
85 ANOTHER ANGLE BAR
Picard crosses to the table occupied by Rex and Mrs.
Troi.
PICARD
Coming, Mrs. Troi?
MRS. TROI
Not just yet. Tell William I'm
sorry... but Rex and I are
getting married.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FIVE 61.
85 CONTINUED:
PICARD
Mrs. Troi, your government expects
us to deliver you to the
conference and I intend to do
that!
Mrs. Troi considers it, nods and rises, patting Rex on
the cheek.
MRS. TROI
Duty calls, darling. I'll be back
for you later.
86 ANOTHER ANGLE
As Picard and Mrs. Troi walk toward the exit.
PICARD
There is something about Rex I
think you had better know...
The rest of the conversation is lost as the doors close
behind them.
87 EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL)
in orbit around blue Pacifica.
88 INT. CORRIDOR AT THE TURBOLIFT
as it opens and Mrs. Troi EXITS, followed closely by
Deanna and Mister Homn (who is effortlessly carrying her
suitcase). Mrs. Troi leads the way down the corridor
at a brisk pace, in a bad mood.
MRS. TROI
Imagine -- allowing me to go on
like that with a simple bartender
who doesn't even exist!
TROI
(amused)
Mother, you always say you like
new experiences.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FIVE 62.
89 INT. TRANSPORTER ROOM - THE TROI ENTOURAGE (OPTICAL)
arrives to find the Antedians on the platform and
Picard, Riker, Data and Worf there to see them off.
She indicates the Antedians...
MRS. TROI
Why are they still here?
RIKER
We thought that since you're going
to the same conference, you might
like to beam down with the other
delegates.
MRS. TROI
(casually)
They're not delegates. Those two
are assassins.
ANTEDIAN FEMALE
That is... an outrage!... Lies!
We demand you... transport at
once!
MRS. TROI
Oh honey, don't bother to deny
it. Your minds are so
unsophisticated -- I can read your
thoughts in my sleep.
(to Picard, offhand)
The inside of their robes are
lined with ultritium. Highly
explosive and virtually
undetectable by your transporter.
Data is already aiming his tri-corder at their robes...
DATA
(surprised)
She is correct, sir. I am
detecting large amounts of
ultritium.
MRS. TROI
Of course you are. They planned
to blow up the entire conference.
Worf has drawn his phaser.
PICARD
Take them to level five. Disarm
them and hold for questioning.
STAR TREK: "Manhunt" - 3/29/89 - ACT FIVE 63.
89 CONTINUED:
Worf leads the angry Antedians away -- they hiss at
Mrs. Troi as they pass by. Mrs. Troi gives Deanna a
hug and steps onto the platform, followed of course by
Homn.
MRS. TROI
(sighing)
Oh well, I didn't find a mate but
I saved the conference as well
as your reputations. All in a
day's work I suppose.
PICARD
Good-bye Mrs. Troi... and thank
you.
She closes her eyes and nods her head, showing she's
ready. Picard signals the transporter chief and Homn
and Mrs. Troi begin to DEMATERIALIZE. Suddenly she
opens her eyes and looks right at Picard.
MRS. TROI
(scolding, excited)
Jean-Luc! Shame on you for
thinking such a thing!
And they're gone. All eyes turn to Picard...
FADE OUT.
END OF ACT FIVE